JUDE JOHNSTONE: Coming of Age

Jude Johnstone

Coming of Age

© 2002 BoJak Records (662582801422)

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A rich and diversified collection of songs with reflective lyrical content and haunting melodies. Impressive background vocal contributions from Jackson Browne, Valerie Carter, Bonnie Raitt, Jennifer Warnes and Trisha Yearwood.

tracks

1 Cry Wolf
2 Coming of Age
3 Wounded Heart
4 Not Long For This World
5 Hearts in Armor
6 Doesn't Anybody Know But Me
7 Unchained
8 The Nightingale
9 The Water's Edge
10 Let's Leave It Open
11 When Someone Speaks Your Name

notes

The piano in the parlor of her parents' house in coastal Maine was hers as soon as she could reach its keys. On its bench, alongside her church-soprano mother, she learned the magic of harmony. In that same room, her older brothers' records played-Stones, Creedence, Beatles-and in the evenings, her schoolteacher father's collection of Glenn Miller and Sarah Vaughn.It was, Jude Johnstone recalls, "...all the education I thought I'd ever need."

An acclaimed songwriter, Johnstone has an impressive list of artists who have covered her songs: Stevie Nicks (Cry Wolf), Bette Midler(The Girl in Onto You, Trisha Yearwood(The Nightingale, Hearts in Armor), and Johnny Cash (including the title cut of the latter's Grammy-winning album "Unchained", Jennifer Warnes, Bonnie Raitt(Wounded Heart) and Emmylou Harris(Hold On). Her debut CD "Coming of Age" sees contributions by several of these artists, including Yearwood, Warnes, and Raitt, as well as old friends Jackson Browne and "the legendary" Valerie Carter, and the invaluable assistance of Yearwood's producer, Garth Fundis.

CD includes the songs "Wounded Heart," and "The Nightingale," both featured in Lifetime Television's hit series "Army Wives."

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  • Coming of Age
    author: denise garretson

    I ordered this CD for the song Wounded Heart that I heard on Army Wives. I must say that the entire CD is awesome. I really enjoy it and listen to it everyday at work. I would highly recommend this to everyone. Thanks so much.

  • author: steven

    First heard the song Wounded Heart on the new tv show Army Wives. Searched the web and found out who sang it. Bought this cd last week. One of the best compilations that I have ever heard. Sorry I had not heard of Jude beforehand.

  • author: lynda

    most excellent cd,really like this music

  • deep, insightful, inspiring, healing
    author: susan lainey

    Being a singer/songwriter myself I mostly appreciate the simplicity and soul-bearing of Judes' music. Seems too many writers are avoiding pain & heartache these days. I think peoples hearts need to hear it like like the body needs food, air, and water. Didn't mind the simple collaborations of greats like JB & BR etc....either

  • from the first song on I was hooked
    author: Tom White

    Just got both Jude Johnstone cds. Seeing that Garth Fundis produced her first cd, told me I would really like Jude.From the first song on I was hooked! This cd remided me of the 60's, when more new & great music was being made. I only wish there was a radio station that could play Jude for all to hear.

  • This one grows on you
    author: Cheryl

    Hearty, soulful songs that are filled with pleasant surprises from guest artists...

  • Loved it!
    author: Dan A

    Loved it!

  • Haunting, majestic piece of Americana/Pop
    author: The City Paper-Nashville's Newpaper

    'Cry Wolf' is a haunting majestic piece of Americana/Pop...'Coming of Age' is soothing and tender...A top flight CD.

  • Touching, Sincere and Tender
    author: The San Diego Union-Tribune

    ...'Unchained' finds Johnstone in near-gospel soulfulness, while the touching reclamation-of-love song, 'The Nightingale' showcases both a vocal sincerity and tenderness.

  • A Quiet Wonder
    author: MoJo Magazine

    This CD tugs at heartstrings through songs like the utterly beautiful 'When Someone Speaks Your Name' and 'Wounded Heart'.

  • an unexpected find and a real gem
    author: pete fowler

    great songs, well sung.JJ has a lovely voice, well adapted to her songs and deserves to be far more well known.Glad I found her!

  • Bonnie Raitt, Jackson Browne, Trisha Yearwood and Jennifer Warnes... No bad gues
    author: Pär Winberg

    Bonnie Raitt, Jackson Browne, Trisha Yearwood and Jennifer Warnes... No bad guest-names for an independent released album... I mean, to have one of the just mentioned, as guest vocalist on an album is more than OK, but all four of them. Hallelujah. I must say it right away. Here we have one of the best CD’s I’ve heard in the female singer songwriter – genre for a LONG time. This album is pure heaven if you adore Bonnie’s album from the late 80’s. But it’s unfair to just compare her to Bonnie just like that. There are more influences on here but the cool thing is that she is exactly as good as the influences. Bonnie, Emmylou Harris, Shawn Colvin, Beth Nielsen Chapman are just a few names that I’m more than happy to write Jude Johnstone’s name after. This is pure heaven, and I know it’s big words but I haven’t (or at least VERY seldom) heard an album this beautiful since I heard “Nick Of Time” and “Luck Of The Draw” albums with Bonnie more than a decade ago. Third out “Wounded Heart” is so beautiful and “The Nightingale” is nothing less than a masterpiece. Fantastic tunes! And Bonnie Raitt’s harmonies and slide guitar on “Unchained” is awesome. Well – did you expect Jackson Browne to be bad? Hell no. Listen to his voice in “Let’s Leave It’s Open”. Amazing. And then I haven’t mentioned the Goosebumps-maker number one “The Waters Edge”. And the ending track “When Someone Speaks Your Name” with a piano, cello, acoustic guitar and here naked voice... phew... Marvellous is not enough. Buy it today folks. And she wrote all the material herself. I’m Stunned.

  • author: steve i.

    Excellent ! What a talent ! Original, sincere, from the heart. Thanks !

  • My husband and I enjoyed your CD. Do you have anymore out that we could purchase
    author: Vicki Lefler

    My husband and I loved your CD. I really liked Wounded Heart.

  • Jude great album could be an inspiration for a new Valarie Carter album
    author: Pieter Rutten

    As a great fan of Jackson Browne and a hugh fan of Valerie Carter these names made me order Jude's new CD. Everything i like in music is present in this album. It is great and we in the Netherlands are lucky that there is CD Baby to bring these great albums to us. Furthermore i hope that the succes of Jude's new record will be an inspiration to see some new work from Valerie. To Valerie please please present us soon with something new.

  • Great CD!!! From Jackie Ugroove Productions
    author: Jackie Wilson

    Hey This is a well balanced cd, good placement I like the melodic melodies in it. Very talented young artist. www.cdbaby.com/sheliam

  • Triumphant
    author: Performing Songwriter Magazine

    Coming of Age is a triumphant, emotional effort that melds bluesy, Americana rock with lush, smart production and intense honesty. The songs are delivered in Johnstone's distinct, beautiful voice.

  • Finely crafted compositions
    author: Billboard Magazine

    Songs rarely sound so potent as when they are delivered by the songwriter who penned them. Jude Johnstone breathes life into her own compositions with her debut disc, Coming of Age. The BoJak Records collection showcases Johnstone's intimate vocal style and finely crafted compositions.

  • Intimate
    author: Music Connection Magazine

    Coming of Age, Jude Johnstone's BoJak Records debut, is a welcome reminder that lyrics and music can still open windows to a songwriter's soul.

  • Exquisite
    author: Bonnie Raitt

    I love Jude's writing and "Wounded Heart" is one of the most exquisite songs I've ever heard."

  • Truly Emotional
    author: Jay Gillespie / Indie-Connections.com

    Coming of Age, is one of the freshest albums of the year. Jude combines beautiful lyrics and voice to create a truly emotional, thoughtful sound...I recommend this CD to anyone who is ready to hear what's been missing in music for a long time, which is true passion and lyrics that mean something.

  • It's a gem!
    author: The Ellsworth American

    ...The songs are simply gorgeous, with music and lyrics fitting together like a hand in a glove...the last song, When Someone Speaks Your Name, should touch the heart of anyone who's ever been in love.

  • Beautiful and Heartfelt
    author: Bruce Hartley

    Coming of Age, rings with a sincerity and honesty that makes the listener wonder if she ever got off the ground at the Portland Maine International Airport...."Wounded Heart" and "The Nightingale" are both beautiful and heartfelt piano ballads that writhe with poignancy and remain gentle....This debut is among the best of the year.

  • Breathtaking
    author: The Global Muse

    The music on this album is at times, breathtaking. Jude's songwriting skills are amazing. Not only do the lyrics contain a special substance, but the melodies and the power of the music gives me more than enough reason to praise this artist and this album for days. ... This is just one of those albums that is unforgettable.

  • pick of the month
    author: Independent Songwriter Web-magazine

    An emotionally stirring and diverse album with a stellar musical force behind it. Jude has one of the most honest singing voices on the indie scene. It's just real. And what's even more exciting, is how simple the whole record sounds. It's not flooded with a bunch of sounds that clutter the intent. Nope. This little disc has a real basic and earthy quality to it. And with prominent bass player Dave Pomeroy to hold up the rhythm section, you know it's gotta be like tasting a piece of Heaven.

  • wonderful
    author: Music Today

    Over the years, we've been quietly following Jude's career as a songwriter through the myriad of "A-List" talent who have recorded her rich lyrics and unique melodies. Finally, one of the most creative songwriters of our day has laid it on the line in her solo debut...Thank goodness. It's sensational!

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